Friday, January 30, 2015

Our government has established a commission designed
to make changes involving our military (active and retired) benefits and
pay.If you’re in the military or have
retired, I suggest you read this article and be aware of the suggested
changes.Then write your congressmen
because this is not going to be good for those who have served this country.

Article source: Military Times

Commission calls for abolishing Tricare

“Under
the recommendations, active-duty members and mobilized reserve component
members still would receive medical care from the U.S. military, with easier
access to specialty care in the civilian sector if they need it.But
their family members, and retirees under
65 and their family members, would receive health care through commercial insurers, similar to the
plans run under the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program.”Read this article here.

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

While standing in line at the post office, a woman
in front of me was attempting to seal a package, and needed a little help
holding the box closed while she worked the tape.Since I was right there in line, I offered to
help.She was returning a product, I
won’t say the name of it; however, I will mention the product was designed to
help control acne and get rid of blemishes on your face.She wasn’t happy with the results or the
product.

Since the line was long, and we both had plenty of
time ahead of us, a conversation ensued.This young woman asked me what I use on my face to have such a clear and
beautiful complexion.Of course I
giggled, not expecting such a question.I told her I use all natural products, I don’t buy any of the gimmicks
advertised on the television, radio, or computer for cleaning my face.I also use this natural process to help get
rid of pimples and dark spots on my face.She then proceeded to ask me what natural products I use, and if I could
give her an example.

I mentioned to her how I take care of my face. I take a thin wash cloth (texture of a nice
soft cotton diaper or cotton circles), lay it down, pour a little organic lemon
juice on the cotton cloth, then I dip the wet cloth in a small bowl of organic
sugar, splash warm water on my face and gently place the cloth lined with lemon
juice and sugar, on my face.In a
circular motion, I gently massage my face with the cloth, making sure to
massage my cheeks, sides of face, forehead, nose, and chin (the T section) keep the lemon juice and sugar away from
your eyes.Keep rubbing your face for about 60 seconds or
so (you will notice the cloth will show dirt when you’re done massaging your
face), then I thoroughly rinse my face with warm water, and pat it dry with a
towel.You’ll notice your face will be
nice and soft.

I wash my face every evening using this process just
before bed.I never use any
commercial soap on my face because it’s a sensitive area, it causes my skin to
dry out and form bright red spots (a reaction).

Here’s
a cute video I found on You Tube by Kandee Johnson called, “The Skin Doctor:
LEMON TRICK”.This video explains the
process of washing your face with the organic lemon and sugar.When I found Kandee’s video years ago, I knew
this process would work. I started the process immediately, and my face is totally
clear of blemishes, and nice and soft.

In
the morning, I take warm water and splash it several times on my face to help
clear the cob webs out, LOL…….then I moisturize my face with almond goats milk
lotion created by Michaele, a friend of mine.Check out Michaele’s blog Sprout ‘N’ Wings Farm,
it’s a great blog where she talks about her family, her animals, and her
business called Sisters
Five Soap & Lotion Works;
where you can find awesome lotions, soaps, body butters, and lotion bars.

Finally, I would like to thank my good friend, Gail (her
blog At
The Farm go check out her blog…..NOW) for introducing me to
Sisters Five Soap & Lotion Works.Last year, Gail surprised me with a gift of this awesome soap and
lotion.Since then, I continue to order
my soaps and lotions from Michaele.

Monday, January 19, 2015

This evening, our local news, Channel 5 News, posted
a story about a lettuce shortage.The story
was about a notice written by Crest Grocery store, posted on the display for
lettuce.It apologizes for no lettuce,
and indicates there’s a lettuce shortage, due to the weather in California and
Arizona.Notice the last sentence; it
indicates the grocery store has been receiving heavy pro-rates on several
items.

I wonder what the several
items are. Have you noticed problems
with lettuce in your local grocery stores?Are you aware of shortages of any food at your grocery store?The last time I went shopping, I noticed the
shelves are not stocked as usual, and certain items were not found. Get your groceries while you can, as lack of groceries will only get worst as the economy falters.

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Gas prices dropping, wooohooo……………. It’s nice not to
pay close to $100.00 to fill your truck with gas.Today, we walked away paying under $40.00.

Ultimately, in the end, we as American’s will end up
paying for this decrease in gas, with the loss of jobs, or added taxes.

Gas prices in town today are:

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Bulldog Man and I went to a flea market/antique show
and found a porcelain dish pan in great condition for $20, and an old canning
jar tool (for removing and placing the jar in a pressure canner/water bath) for
$4.00.This canning jar tool from earlier years was
made better than the tool I received when I purchased my water bath kit.

*****

Since the temperatures were much cooler, I canned
several quarts of chicken broth.

I also had 50 pounds of pinto beans needing
canned.Started canning pint and quart
jars after going through the pinto beans, pulling out rocks, sticks, and broken
beans.I was able to get about 25 pounds
of beans canned, and have another 25 pounds waiting patiently for jars.

While cleaning the pint jars, I stuck my hand inside
one with the sponge not realizing the jar was broken, and ended up cutting my
thumb.

I think we have enough canned beans for now; the
rest will have to wait.

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Bulldog Man and I drove up to the big city and went
fishing on Saturday, and Monday, being it was a holiday.I was able to get some nice pictures at
Dolese Pond up in Oklahoma City while fishing.

1st day fishing.

Second day fishing.

Unfortunately there were no trout caught; however,
we did enjoy the peaceful time together.

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